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Fragrance

PIMENTA RACEMOSA LEAF/FRUIT OIL

CAS 85085-61-6 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

West Indian bay oil (bay rum source) — warm, spicy, clove-like aroma traditional in hair tonics. High eugenol content makes it an EU-declarable allergen and potent skin sensitizer; IFRA limits direct skin use.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Spicy clove-like fragrance
  • Antimicrobial action
  • Traditional Caribbean hair-tonic use

Known concerns

  • High eugenol content — EU-declarable allergen and skin sensitizer
  • Myrcene content
  • IFRA restrictions
  • Mucous-membrane irritation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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